Pinckneyville Community High School is a public high school in Pinckneyville, Illinois. It is located in Perry County Illinois.
Serving 403 students in grades 9-12, Pinckneyville Comm High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pinckneyville Comm High School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing an area of approximately 291.5 square miles around Pinckneyville, IL. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 15.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinckneyville Comm High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pinckneyville Comm High School's student population of 403 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
403 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2024
Colors
Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinckneyville Comm High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinckneyville Comm High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1807 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinckneyville Comm High School's ranking?
Pinckneyville Comm High School is ranked #1807 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pinckneyville Comm High School?
The graduation rate of Pinckneyville Comm High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pinckneyville Comm High School?
403 students attend Pinckneyville Comm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Pinckneyville Comm High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinckneyville Comm High School?
Pinckneyville Comm High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pinckneyville Comm High School offer ?
Pinckneyville Comm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pinckneyville Comm High School part of?
Pinckneyville Comm High School is part of Pinckneyville CHSD 101 School District.
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